1972 Fiat 130 vs. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (425 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 280 kg more than 1972 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (490 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 130 | 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | 130 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
